The Bull Inn
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About this property
Charming bed & breakfast with a restaurant, free parking, and complimentary breakfast in Drinkstone.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Bull Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms.
Location
When you stay at The Bull Inn in Bury St Edmunds, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Flo-ridaz Hovercraft and Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum. This bed & breakfast is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Bradfield Woods and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Pakenham Watermill.
What's nearby
Flo-ridaz Hovercraft(5.6 miles)
Bradfield Woods(5.6 miles)
Pakenham Watermill(6.2 miles)
Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum(6.3 miles)
Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre(7.2 miles)
Food Museum(7.4 miles)
Wyken Vineyards(7.5 miles)
Smith’s Row(7.7 miles)
Theatre Royal(7.9 miles)
Greene King Brewery(8 miles)
St Mary's Church(8 miles)
Abbey Gardens(8.1 miles)
St Edmundsbury Cathedral(8.1 miles)
The Athenaeum(8.2 miles)
Bury St Edmunds Abbey(8.3 miles)
Cambridge (CBG)(33.5 miles)
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)(47.4 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Free Parking
Parking Onsite
Location
The Street The Bull Inn, Woolpit, Bury St Edmunds, Mid Suffolk District, England, United Kingdom
Flo-ridaz Hovercraft (5.6 miles)
Bradfield Woods (5.6 miles)
Pakenham Watermill (6.2 miles)
Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum (6.3 miles)
Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre (7.2 miles)
Food Museum (7.4 miles)
Guest reviews
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 288 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
54%
Couple
16%
Family
18%
Group
12%
What guests think
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Reviews of The Bull Inn highlight friendly, attentive service and a peaceful village setting with attractive gardens and easy parking, offering convenient access to the A14 and Bury St Edmunds for work trips or short breaks.
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What guests think
Reviews of The Bull Inn highlight friendly, attentive service and a peaceful village setting with attractive gardens and easy parking, offering convenient access to the A14 and Bury St Edmunds for work trips or short breaks.
Many find the rooms comfortable and nicely decorated, though several mention smaller sizes, soft mattresses, or bright indicator lights affecting sleep. A few report minor cleanliness or maintenance lapses and warm nights without air conditioning or with a noisy fan, while check-in can feel strict and reception signage unclear. Food and breakfasts are widely praised for quality and value, with only occasional remarks about limited breakfast variety or missing classic pub options. Expect a friendly, food-focused stay in a quiet, well-kept inn.
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Facilities
Guests frequently mention attractive gardens and easy parking; several rooms are set around a courtyard annex. There is a traditional bar and a modern restaurant.
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Alison
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room (hubby not happy with all the illumination from electric sockets etc) Good showeroom and toiletries. Loads of parking. Good breakfast. Nice gardens.
Comfortable room (hubby not happy with all the illumination from electric sockets etc) Good showeroom and toiletries. Loads of parking. Good breakfast. Nice gardens.
10
Ann
Aug 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a helpful owner who sorted just the right room for us in the courtyard. We had one dinner and 2 nights bed and breakfast. The room was lovely and comfortable with everything we needed including Taylors coffee bags and Earl Grey teabags! We will be going back later in the year.
Such a helpful owner who sorted just the right room for us in the courtyard. We had one dinner and 2 nights bed and breakfast. The room was lovely and comfortable with everything we needed including Taylors coffee bags and Earl Grey teabags! We will be going back later in the year.
8
Fiona
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I absolutely love the gardens and the surrounding village is charming. Really lovely to feel like you are in a quiet secluded spot that is surprisingly close to main routes and Bury St Edmunds. Woolpit is lovely and The Bull Inn was great.
I absolutely love the gardens and the surrounding village is charming. Really lovely to feel like you are in a quiet secluded spot that is surprisingly close to main routes and Bury St Edmunds. Woolpit is lovely and The Bull Inn was great.
10
Samantha
Apr 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely village pub with traditional bar for drinking plenty of friendly locals. Restaurant is more modern and smart. Food is excellent. Room in a separate area just off a courtyard. V nicely decorated. Staff v friendly
Lovely village pub with traditional bar for drinking plenty of friendly locals. Restaurant is more modern and smart. Food is excellent. Room in a separate area just off a courtyard. V nicely decorated. Staff v friendly
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Zoe
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was well decorated but small, consumate with price. Could do with a good dusting. Quiet overnight . Good internet and easy parking
Room was well decorated but small, consumate with price. Could do with a good dusting. Quiet overnight . Good internet and easy parking
8
Lisa
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very welcoming English Inn in the heart of historical mid Suffolk! The team of staff are friendly, fun & attentive! Food is delicious! The garden areas are beautiful, very tranquil, safe & private!!! A home away from home! Definitely worth the stay! 💕
A very welcoming English Inn in the heart of historical mid Suffolk! The team of staff are friendly, fun & attentive! Food is delicious! The garden areas are beautiful, very tranquil, safe & private!!! A home away from home! Definitely worth the stay! 💕
10
anthony
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
One night stopover.Nice room.Good food and and real ale
One night stopover.Nice room.Good food and and real ale
10
Michael
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed 2 nights at the Bull Inn as a base for our visit to the nearby area. We slept there and had breakfast but no other meals (we arrived late one evening, were out all day until late the next day and left after breakfast the following day. Service throughout was friendly and polite; the room (one of several in an annex in the garden) was clean, fresh and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The gardens around the pub were beautifully maintained and parking was easy. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we were going to be in the area.
We stayed 2 nights at the Bull Inn as a base for our visit to the nearby area. We slept there and had breakfast but no other meals (we arrived late one evening, were out all day until late the next day and left after breakfast the following day. Service throughout was friendly and polite; the room (one of several in an annex in the garden) was clean, fresh and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The gardens around the pub were beautifully maintained and parking was easy. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we were going to be in the area.
8
Doreen
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place. Warm welcome and good food. We stayed in one of the courtyard rooms. Lovely bedding and comfortable bed. Wet room was spacious however let down a little with mould around the bottom tile areas. Saying that a very comfortable stay and we would return.
Lovely place. Warm welcome and good food. We stayed in one of the courtyard rooms. Lovely bedding and comfortable bed. Wet room was spacious however let down a little with mould around the bottom tile areas. Saying that a very comfortable stay and we would return.
10
tina
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous area and gardens Lovely people Might be worth covering the 2 fluorescent lights in room although small they stay on all night and made sleeping difficult
Gorgeous area and gardens Lovely people Might be worth covering the 2 fluorescent lights in room although small they stay on all night and made sleeping difficult
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Cleanliness
Rooms are generally clean and tidy. A few guests reported issues such as mould around tiles, a used toilet brush, or areas needing dusting.
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Rob
Dec 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here for a recent work trip, the room was clean and cosy. The food was fantastic! I ate in the restaurant in the evening followed by breakfast in the morning, both were excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed here for a recent work trip, the room was clean and cosy. The food was fantastic! I ate in the restaurant in the evening followed by breakfast in the morning, both were excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
10
David
Oct 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfy bed, clean tidy room, well cooked breakfast, great choice of food, excellent value for money
Comfy bed, clean tidy room, well cooked breakfast, great choice of food, excellent value for money
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Simon
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room good shower , warm and good pillows and duvet…. Bed a little soft and springy Great food in pub and good breakfast.
Clean room good shower , warm and good pillows and duvet…. Bed a little soft and springy Great food in pub and good breakfast.
8
Ricky
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic staff. Great room with decor. Very comfortable bed. Only let down by a very dirty, previously used toilet brush. Didn't get to try their food from their main menu as my partner was being very fussy and wanted pie and mash or sausages and mash and it wasn't an option on menu, but the breakfast was delicious.
Fantastic staff. Great room with decor. Very comfortable bed. Only let down by a very dirty, previously used toilet brush. Didn't get to try their food from their main menu as my partner was being very fussy and wanted pie and mash or sausages and mash and it wasn't an option on menu, but the breakfast was delicious.
6
Amanda
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
10
Douglas
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had a wonderful stay! Nice people, clean and comfortable room. Very nice restaurant!
Had a wonderful stay! Nice people, clean and comfortable room. Very nice restaurant!
8
Thomas
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
8
Zoe
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was well decorated but small, consumate with price. Could do with a good dusting. Quiet overnight . Good internet and easy parking
Room was well decorated but small, consumate with price. Could do with a good dusting. Quiet overnight . Good internet and easy parking
10
Michael
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed 2 nights at the Bull Inn as a base for our visit to the nearby area. We slept there and had breakfast but no other meals (we arrived late one evening, were out all day until late the next day and left after breakfast the following day. Service throughout was friendly and polite; the room (one of several in an annex in the garden) was clean, fresh and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The gardens around the pub were beautifully maintained and parking was easy. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we were going to be in the area.
We stayed 2 nights at the Bull Inn as a base for our visit to the nearby area. We slept there and had breakfast but no other meals (we arrived late one evening, were out all day until late the next day and left after breakfast the following day. Service throughout was friendly and polite; the room (one of several in an annex in the garden) was clean, fresh and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The gardens around the pub were beautifully maintained and parking was easy. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we were going to be in the area.
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Doreen
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place. Warm welcome and good food. We stayed in one of the courtyard rooms. Lovely bedding and comfortable bed. Wet room was spacious however let down a little with mould around the bottom tile areas. Saying that a very comfortable stay and we would return.
Lovely place. Warm welcome and good food. We stayed in one of the courtyard rooms. Lovely bedding and comfortable bed. Wet room was spacious however let down a little with mould around the bottom tile areas. Saying that a very comfortable stay and we would return.
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Rooms
Many describe rooms as comfortable and nicely decorated with good showers. Some note smaller sizes, softer mattresses, bright indicator lights at night, and warm nights without air conditioning or with a noisy fan.
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Alison
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room (hubby not happy with all the illumination from electric sockets etc) Good showeroom and toiletries. Loads of parking. Good breakfast. Nice gardens.
Comfortable room (hubby not happy with all the illumination from electric sockets etc) Good showeroom and toiletries. Loads of parking. Good breakfast. Nice gardens.
10
PAUL
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room. Very comfortable and great value for money. Breakfast was excellent
Lovely room. Very comfortable and great value for money. Breakfast was excellent
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Simon
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room good shower , warm and good pillows and duvet…. Bed a little soft and springy Great food in pub and good breakfast.
Clean room good shower , warm and good pillows and duvet…. Bed a little soft and springy Great food in pub and good breakfast.
8
Ricky
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic staff. Great room with decor. Very comfortable bed. Only let down by a very dirty, previously used toilet brush. Didn't get to try their food from their main menu as my partner was being very fussy and wanted pie and mash or sausages and mash and it wasn't an option on menu, but the breakfast was delicious.
Fantastic staff. Great room with decor. Very comfortable bed. Only let down by a very dirty, previously used toilet brush. Didn't get to try their food from their main menu as my partner was being very fussy and wanted pie and mash or sausages and mash and it wasn't an option on menu, but the breakfast was delicious.
6
Amanda
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
8
Thomas
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
10
Andrew
Mar 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a gem! Good location, close enough to the A14 and to Bury - splendid room, great shower, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay here again, which I always reckon is the best review!!
What a gem! Good location, close enough to the A14 and to Bury - splendid room, great shower, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay here again, which I always reckon is the best review!!
10
Paul
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Best breakfast i have had at a hotel/b&b in a long time.
Very nice and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Best breakfast i have had at a hotel/b&b in a long time.
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Doreen
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place. Warm welcome and good food. We stayed in one of the courtyard rooms. Lovely bedding and comfortable bed. Wet room was spacious however let down a little with mould around the bottom tile areas. Saying that a very comfortable stay and we would return.
Lovely place. Warm welcome and good food. We stayed in one of the courtyard rooms. Lovely bedding and comfortable bed. Wet room was spacious however let down a little with mould around the bottom tile areas. Saying that a very comfortable stay and we would return.
10
tina
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous area and gardens Lovely people Might be worth covering the 2 fluorescent lights in room although small they stay on all night and made sleeping difficult
Gorgeous area and gardens Lovely people Might be worth covering the 2 fluorescent lights in room although small they stay on all night and made sleeping difficult
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful and attentive. Minor drawbacks include a strict check-in time and unclear signage for where to check in.
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Shaun
Aug 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely perfect for a short overnight stay. Staff couldn't be more friendly especially the young lady that checked me in and showed me to my room - unfortunately I didn't get her name ! Would thoroughly recommend !
Absolutely perfect for a short overnight stay. Staff couldn't be more friendly especially the young lady that checked me in and showed me to my room - unfortunately I didn't get her name ! Would thoroughly recommend !
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Rob
Dec 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here for a recent work trip, the room was clean and cosy. The food was fantastic! I ate in the restaurant in the evening followed by breakfast in the morning, both were excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed here for a recent work trip, the room was clean and cosy. The food was fantastic! I ate in the restaurant in the evening followed by breakfast in the morning, both were excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
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Amanda
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
10
Stephen
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Bull In was a very nice place to stay. Staff friendly, great cooked breakfast. Room very clean and welcoming. Only slight thing was probably my fault, but I could not see any signage for where to book in, so went to the Bar which was very busy, but got sorted in the end. Happy days
The Bull In was a very nice place to stay. Staff friendly, great cooked breakfast. Room very clean and welcoming. Only slight thing was probably my fault, but I could not see any signage for where to book in, so went to the Bar which was very busy, but got sorted in the end. Happy days
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Thomas
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
8
Lisa
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very welcoming English Inn in the heart of historical mid Suffolk! The team of staff are friendly, fun & attentive! Food is delicious! The garden areas are beautiful, very tranquil, safe & private!!! A home away from home! Definitely worth the stay! 💕
A very welcoming English Inn in the heart of historical mid Suffolk! The team of staff are friendly, fun & attentive! Food is delicious! The garden areas are beautiful, very tranquil, safe & private!!! A home away from home! Definitely worth the stay! 💕
10
Paul
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Best breakfast i have had at a hotel/b&b in a long time.
Very nice and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Best breakfast i have had at a hotel/b&b in a long time.
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Clare
Apr 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic overnight stay. Very comfortable room and friendly staff. We were very well looked after. Delicious breakfast included was a lovely start to the day. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you 🙂
Fantastic overnight stay. Very comfortable room and friendly staff. We were very well looked after. Delicious breakfast included was a lovely start to the day. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you 🙂
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Robin
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great food and nice people.
Great food and nice people.
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Elaine
Sep 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Had excellent stay in The Bull at Woolpit. Great selection of breakfast options, cereals, fruit, yoghurt, full english small and large, toast, coffee and tea. The service was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble. Comfortable room with view over Woolpit roofs and garden. Evening meal was excellent value for money and superbly cooked. We ate in the restaurant every evening. The owners and the staff work extremely well together. We will definitely be returning soon.
Had excellent stay in The Bull at Woolpit. Great selection of breakfast options, cereals, fruit, yoghurt, full english small and large, toast, coffee and tea. The service was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble. Comfortable room with view over Woolpit roofs and garden. Evening meal was excellent value for money and superbly cooked. We ate in the restaurant every evening. The owners and the staff work extremely well together. We will definitely be returning soon.
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Location
Set in quiet Woolpit, the inn is convenient for the A14 and Bury St Edmunds and works as a base for exploring Suffolk. A few found it a little out of the way or confused it with another Bull Inn.
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Robin
Jun 18, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This is such a professionally run small hotel/pub/restaurant. We liked the attention to details that the owners have put into the smooth running of their operation. We would definitely stay there again as it’s a great location for exploring Suffolk and Norfolk.
This is such a professionally run small hotel/pub/restaurant. We liked the attention to details that the owners have put into the smooth running of their operation. We would definitely stay there again as it’s a great location for exploring Suffolk and Norfolk.
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Diane
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely place to stay. Staff were friendly and keen to make your stay enjoyable. Both breakfast and dinners were excellent. Would definitely come back and stay here. Set in a beautiful little village with a fab bakery too. Good location.
Lovely place to stay. Staff were friendly and keen to make your stay enjoyable. Both breakfast and dinners were excellent. Would definitely come back and stay here. Set in a beautiful little village with a fab bakery too. Good location.
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Fiona
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I absolutely love the gardens and the surrounding village is charming. Really lovely to feel like you are in a quiet secluded spot that is surprisingly close to main routes and Bury St Edmunds. Woolpit is lovely and The Bull Inn was great.
I absolutely love the gardens and the surrounding village is charming. Really lovely to feel like you are in a quiet secluded spot that is surprisingly close to main routes and Bury St Edmunds. Woolpit is lovely and The Bull Inn was great.
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Andrew
Mar 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a gem! Good location, close enough to the A14 and to Bury - splendid room, great shower, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay here again, which I always reckon is the best review!!
What a gem! Good location, close enough to the A14 and to Bury - splendid room, great shower, very good breakfast. Would definitely stay here again, which I always reckon is the best review!!
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Peter
Mar 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Handy spot, little out of the way. There's another Bull Inn within the borough of Bury St Edmunds close to the air force bases that I thought I was booking, so beware if you're visiting military family.
Handy spot, little out of the way. There's another Bull Inn within the borough of Bury St Edmunds close to the air force bases that I thought I was booking, so beware if you're visiting military family.
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Zoe
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was well decorated but small, consumate with price. Could do with a good dusting. Quiet overnight . Good internet and easy parking
Room was well decorated but small, consumate with price. Could do with a good dusting. Quiet overnight . Good internet and easy parking
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Lisa
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very welcoming English Inn in the heart of historical mid Suffolk! The team of staff are friendly, fun & attentive! Food is delicious! The garden areas are beautiful, very tranquil, safe & private!!! A home away from home! Definitely worth the stay! 💕
A very welcoming English Inn in the heart of historical mid Suffolk! The team of staff are friendly, fun & attentive! Food is delicious! The garden areas are beautiful, very tranquil, safe & private!!! A home away from home! Definitely worth the stay! 💕
10
Nigel
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service excellent location fantastic breakfast excellent host
Great service excellent location fantastic breakfast excellent host
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Michael
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed 2 nights at the Bull Inn as a base for our visit to the nearby area. We slept there and had breakfast but no other meals (we arrived late one evening, were out all day until late the next day and left after breakfast the following day. Service throughout was friendly and polite; the room (one of several in an annex in the garden) was clean, fresh and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The gardens around the pub were beautifully maintained and parking was easy. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we were going to be in the area.
We stayed 2 nights at the Bull Inn as a base for our visit to the nearby area. We slept there and had breakfast but no other meals (we arrived late one evening, were out all day until late the next day and left after breakfast the following day. Service throughout was friendly and polite; the room (one of several in an annex in the garden) was clean, fresh and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The gardens around the pub were beautifully maintained and parking was easy. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if we were going to be in the area.
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tina
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous area and gardens Lovely people Might be worth covering the 2 fluorescent lights in room although small they stay on all night and made sleeping difficult
Gorgeous area and gardens Lovely people Might be worth covering the 2 fluorescent lights in room although small they stay on all night and made sleeping difficult
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Dining
Food and breakfasts are consistently praised for quality and value. A small number of guests wanted more breakfast variety or some classic pub options.
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Rob
Dec 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here for a recent work trip, the room was clean and cosy. The food was fantastic! I ate in the restaurant in the evening followed by breakfast in the morning, both were excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed here for a recent work trip, the room was clean and cosy. The food was fantastic! I ate in the restaurant in the evening followed by breakfast in the morning, both were excellent and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
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Jennifer
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just so nice and amazing food
Just so nice and amazing food
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Simon
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room good shower , warm and good pillows and duvet…. Bed a little soft and springy Great food in pub and good breakfast.
Clean room good shower , warm and good pillows and duvet…. Bed a little soft and springy Great food in pub and good breakfast.
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Ricky
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic staff. Great room with decor. Very comfortable bed. Only let down by a very dirty, previously used toilet brush. Didn't get to try their food from their main menu as my partner was being very fussy and wanted pie and mash or sausages and mash and it wasn't an option on menu, but the breakfast was delicious.
Fantastic staff. Great room with decor. Very comfortable bed. Only let down by a very dirty, previously used toilet brush. Didn't get to try their food from their main menu as my partner was being very fussy and wanted pie and mash or sausages and mash and it wasn't an option on menu, but the breakfast was delicious.
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Gary
Mar 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay. Comfortable room and excellent restaurant for dinner and breakfast
Great stay. Comfortable room and excellent restaurant for dinner and breakfast
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Amanda
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
Booked to stay on Sunday 24th August so arrived just before 2pm to drop off our bags before going out. Quite strict on the check-in time being 2pm so probably best not to arrive before. Decided to have Sunday lunch which was excellent, cannot fault the food or service. The room was a little small but well equipped and clean. The bed was not the most comfy though. Last orders on Sunday night was 9.30pm as well, which was a surprise. Considering the Sunday lunch we had enjoyed, Breakfast was disappointing with very little choice. Overall the stay was OK, the Sunday lunch being the highlight - but for the price I think it could do better.
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Thomas
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
Very helpful staff and although the room was small it was clean and comfortable.air conditioning would have been a plus as it was a very warm summers night ,a small fan was in the room but noisy. Breakfast in the morning was excellent and served by a friendly helpful gentleman.
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Nigel
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service excellent location fantastic breakfast excellent host
Great service excellent location fantastic breakfast excellent host
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Paul
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Best breakfast i have had at a hotel/b&b in a long time.
Very nice and comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Best breakfast i have had at a hotel/b&b in a long time.
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James
Feb 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfy bed, excellent food in restaurant and top notch breakfast. Will definitely book again if working in the area.
Very comfy bed, excellent food in restaurant and top notch breakfast. Will definitely book again if working in the area.
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Zoe
Jun 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here on a Monday night when the pub was closed; which meant it was blissfully peaceful at night. Room was very clean with all amenities thoughtfully provided & placed. The room (No 5) also had windows opposite each other, that could be opened & allowed a cooling cross breeze on a very warm day/night. There was also a good sized fan to help keep the room cool. Towels were fluffy & clean. Bead comfortable, pillows reasonable. Continental breakfast a bit basic (no yogurts or stewed fruits) but did have fresh fruit. Outside garden spaces are lovely. Off-street parking is available. A great place to stay for a comfortable, peaceful night (pub depending).
Stayed here on a Monday night when the pub was closed; which meant it was blissfully peaceful at night. Room was very clean with all amenities thoughtfully provided & placed. The room (No 5) also had windows opposite each other, that could be opened & allowed a cooling cross breeze on a very warm day/night. There was also a good sized fan to help keep the room cool. Towels were fluffy & clean. Bead comfortable, pillows reasonable. Continental breakfast a bit basic (no yogurts or stewed fruits) but did have fresh fruit. Outside garden spaces are lovely. Off-street parking is available. A great place to stay for a comfortable, peaceful night (pub depending).
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Susan
Jun 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and spacious room. Comfortable bed. Helpful staff and an excellent breakfast freshly cooked. I was asked if i wanted to eat in but unfortunately had other arrangements. The menu looked very nice
Clean and spacious room. Comfortable bed. Helpful staff and an excellent breakfast freshly cooked. I was asked if i wanted to eat in but unfortunately had other arrangements. The menu looked very nice
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Peter
Jun 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The service was great, the room was comfortable, the beer was cold & the evening meal was tasty ... what more can I say?
The service was great, the room was comfortable, the beer was cold & the evening meal was tasty ... what more can I say?
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James E K
Jun 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Room spotlessly clean. Excellent breakfast.
Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Room spotlessly clean. Excellent breakfast.
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Elizabeth
Mar 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The accomodation was very clean & comfortable. Had a wonderful nights sleep. Lovely complimentary tray. Free onsite parking. Delicious cooked breakfast served by very friendly staff. We were made to feel so welcome. Very pretty garden. Woolpit is a beautiful village 😍
The accomodation was very clean & comfortable. Had a wonderful nights sleep. Lovely complimentary tray. Free onsite parking. Delicious cooked breakfast served by very friendly staff. We were made to feel so welcome. Very pretty garden. Woolpit is a beautiful village 😍
FAQs about The Bull Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Complimentary breakfast is provided, though specific serving hours are not detailed.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Woolpit, Bury St Edmunds, within a 10-minute drive of attractions such as Flo-ridaz Hovercraft and Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum. It is approximately 5.6 miles from Bradfield Woods and 6.2 miles from Pakenham Watermill.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not detailed.
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- 2026-11-01: 155.8928141216278USD
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- 2026-11-05: 138.16149387989043USD
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- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards
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